Fried miscellany recommendations

Heat about 2 inches of oil in a medium saucepan to 375°F using a deep fat thermometer; it will take about 15-18 minutes over medium heat.

2

Preheat oven to 250°F.

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Whisk together flour, tortilla chips, baking powder, salt, and cayenne. Then whisk in egg and beer. Divide batter into two portions stirring conch and scallions into one portion.

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Fry rounded small spoonfuls of conch batter until golden, turning over once or twice, about 3 to 4 minutes. Drain on paper towels then transfer to a baking sheet and keep warm in oven. Fry remaining fritters in batches, returning oil to 375°F between batches.

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Along with fritters, fry miscellany of choice dipped lightly in the batter without conch. Be careful with lemon slices or vegetables with a lot of moisture as they can spatter.

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